Best Dentists in Costa Rica

Begin your dental vacation by knowing the best dentists in Costa Rica. This read will give you tips on how to find a good dentist and the list of our accredited partner dentists.

Dental Specialists in Costa Rica

Implantologists in Costa Rica

Dental implant specialists or implantologists receive specialized training to place implants. When you visit Costa Rica for dental implants, a periodontist or an oral & maxillofacial surgeon with certification in dental implants will perform your surgery.^[1]Colgate Implantologist Credentials “Dental implants can be placed by periodontists…” View in Article

Implantologist	Professional Achievements
Dr. Mario Robert	One of the founders of New Smile Dental Group, Costa Rica Training at OCO Biomedical Corporate Headquarters, which is known for same-day implants
Dr. David Astúa	A Costa Rican periodontist and a dental implant specialist With 10+ years of experience, the dentist continues to update his education [Research at the IADR Congress, 2016]
Dr. Dashiel Carr	Member of the Costa Rican Dental Association Invited Instructor to the Six Months Implant Program of Costa Rica

Periodontists in Costa Rica

A periodontist specializes in diseases that affect gums and other supporting structures around teeth. With relevant certification, your Costa Rica periodontist can also place dental implants.^[2]Wweb MD Periodontist “A periodontist may perform the following procedures: simple and deep pocket cleanings, root planing, crown lengthening procedures, soft tissue and/or bone grafting… and implant placement.” View in Article

Periodontist	Professional Achievements
Dr. Silvia Odio	13+ years of experience Advanced Bone Grafting Cadaveric Course, New York Zimmer Biomet Institute, 2017
Dr. Eduardo Gazel	Specialist in Periodontics, Pontifical Xavierian University, Colombia, 2017 Various national and international conferences in Osseointegration and Periodontics

Prosthodontists in Costa Rica

A prosthodontist specializes in dealing with concerns related to damaged or missing teeth. They understand different materials of dental prostheses that suit patient needs.^[3]Web MD Prosthodontist “A prosthodontist is the oral health care provider who specializes in the repair of natural teeth and/or the replacement of missing teeth… with artificial substitute” View in Article

Prosthodontist	Professional Achievements
Dr. Vielka Paniagua	11+ years of experience Implantology Course, Cadaver Course, Zimmer institute (New Yersey), 2014

Endodontist in Costa Rica

An endodontist holds expertise in treating problems related to a tooth’s dental pulp. For better understanding, if you need root canal treatment, you will need to see an endodontist.^[4]Web MD Endodontist “An endodontist is the dental specialist concerned with the causes, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and injuries of the human dental pulp or the nerve of the tooth.” View in Article

Endodontist	Professional Achievements
Dr. Mariela Berthau	5+ years of experience Specialization in Endodontics, Latin University of Costa Rica, 2013
Dr. Luis Camacho	Private practice dedicated exclusively to endodontics (root canal) since 2011. More than 3500 treatments performed

Maxillofacial Surgeon in Costa Rica

One of the most common maxillofacial surgeries include wisdom tooth extraction.^[5]Colgate Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons “…removal of impacted wisdom teeth is probably one of the most common forms of oral maxillofacial surgery people undergo” View in Article Your Costa Rica Oral and Maxillofacial surgeon can help you get better oral health and aesthetics.

Maxillofacial-Sr.	Professional Achievements
Dr. Allan Vargas	14+ years of experience in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery D.D.S, 2002; Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Program, 2007
Dr. D. Rodríguez	D.D.S, 2009; Specialization in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 2015 Member of Mexican Council of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, and Costa Rican Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Cosmetic Dentists in Costa Rica

Cosmetic dentistry helps to improve the aesthetics of your face by working on the oral cavity.^[6]Colgate Cosmetic Dentistry Procedures “Cosmetic dentistry is a method of professional oral care that focuses on improving the appearance of your mouth, teeth and smile.” View in Article Modifications in mouth, teeth, and smile can and do help many feel more confidant with themselves.

Cosmetic Dentist	Professional Achievements
Dr. Cicely	Licensed cosmetic dentist in Costa Rica [310006] D.D.S., 2005; Diploma in Dental Aesthetics and Prosthetic Rehabilitation, 2010; International Certificate in Butolinic Toxin and Hyaluronic Acid, 2016

Is it safe to have dental surgery in Costa Rica?

There is always some risk associated with dental surgeries. The best way to be safe while getting your dental treatment in Costa Rica is to research and know your dentist well. A good dentist will be able to handle complications in your dental surgery successfully.

How do I find a good dentist in Costa Rica?

Here are 3 tips to help you find the best dentists in Costa Rica:

Find English-speaking dentists

This will ensure you don’t miss anything important said by the dentist.

Do they have the relevant qualification and certifications?

A general dentist in Costa Rica will have completed a 3 – 5 year dental program in a dental school. They would have a D.D.S. (Doctor of Dental Surgery), or a D.M.D. (Doctor of Dental Medicine) degree.

Dental specialists like periodontists, prosthodontists, endodontists, and maxillofacial surgeons would have completed a 2 – 6 year post-graduation as per their specialty.

In addition to these precursors, you should prefer dentists in Costa Rica who regularly attend international trainings, conferences, or seminars.

Are they experienced?

It will help to get your treatment from a dentist who has dental tourism experience. Costa Rica has good reputation as a dental tourism destination.^[7]Nature World News Costa Rica: The Best Option For Dental Tourism Post Covid-19 “Costa Rica has one of the best or the best health system in the region because it invests more than 9% of annual GDP to improve the health system, which works in a very articulated way.” View in Article You will find that some dentists treat international patients more as compared to other dentists.

Further, you can ask your dentist how many times have they performed the procedure you want to get done from them.

What is the status of quality and hygiene at dental clinics in Costa Rica?

Not all dental clinics in Costa Rica maintain standards of quality and hygiene. You can ask these 3 questions to the clinic before finalizing them for your treatment:

Are you certified by any national or international dental certification bodies?

Some of these organizations are American Dental Association (ADA), International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI), and Colegio de Dentistas Cirujanos (CCDCR)

Do you have an in-house dental lab?

An in-house dental lab reduces the turn-over time and improves patient’s dental experience.

Do you adhere to international sterilization protocols?

Dental clinics with standard sterilization protocols put patient safety above all else. You can also ask if they have a dedicated sterilization room.

References

1. Colgate: Implantologist Vs General Dentist
2. Colgate: Oral Maxillofacial Surgery
3. Colgate: Five Types of Cosmetic Dentistry Procedures
4. WebMD: Dentists, Orthodontists, and Other Dental Specialists
5. Nature World News: The Best Option For Dental Tourism